See some of the animals, such as turtles and snakes, that make the Kensington Metropark Nature Center their home, 2 p.m. every Sunday. The program is free. To register or for more information call 810-227-8917

Edible plants hike

Friends of Maybury State Park will hike through the park and identify edible wild plants — some that can be eaten raw and some that need to be cooked — from 10-11:30 a.m. Sept. 6. Participants also will learn to identify plants they should avoid. Meets at the concession building in the park. friendsofmaybury.org for more information.